Home
VP20 / VP20BV Mid Series Modular Venturi Vacuum Generator
VP20 Mid Series air-powered venturi vacuum generators are the most commonly used generators for pick & place applications due to their ease of mounting and the variety of options and accessories available. Vaccon Mid Series vacuum generators provide maximum design versatility: designers specify only the features necessary for their specific application.
VP20BV models offer a 2-way integrated valve. Vaccon’s interchangeable venturi cartridge system enhances manufacturing flexibility, enabling designers to choose the vacuum level, vacuum flow, evacuation speed and air consumption based on any one of 11 venturi cartridges.
Need a crossover for a competitor's product? Call Vaccon for help in choosing an equivalent model. Configure / Purchase
VP20BV models offer a 2-way integrated valve. Vaccon’s interchangeable venturi cartridge system enhances manufacturing flexibility, enabling designers to choose the vacuum level, vacuum flow, evacuation speed and air consumption based on any one of 11 venturi cartridges.
Need a crossover for a competitor's product? Call Vaccon for help in choosing an equivalent model. Configure / Purchase
|
Features & Benefits
|
 VP20 generator shown with optional VSMN-QD-6 vacuum switch, valve with M8 connector and gauge |
Ideal Applications
- Pick & place small part or medium size object
- End-of-Arm-Tooling/Robotic systems
- Packaging
- Vessel evacuation
- Vacuum clamping/holding fixtures
- Bag/box opening
- Interchangeable venturi cartridges – 11 different performance levels
- Vacuum sensors/switches with quick disconnect provide electrical signal for vacuum achieved/part present, will interface with PLC’s and computerized control systems
- 2-way Integrated valve – 24VDC, normally closed
- Vacuum gauges – provides visual monitoring, helpful when setting vacuum sensor and troubleshooting
- Silencers– ST4 (straight-through) silencer won’t clog, STAA4 silencers for ultra quiet operation
- G port threads for metric machines – an “I” prefix designates products with metric threads
- Choice of operating pressures to meet machine and factory air supply 80 PSI [5.5 bar] standard, 60 PSI [4.1 bar] optional
Standard Specifications
| VP20 / VP20BV Generator Standard Specifications | |
| Generator Material: | Anodized Aluminum (for silencer material see Silencer Page) |
| Cartridge Material: | Nylon, Buna O-Ring O-rings available in additional materials - Consult factory for availability |
| Medium: | Filtered (50 micron) un-lubricated, non-corrosive dry gases |
| Operating Temperature: | -30° to ~250°F [-34° to ~121°C] |
| Operating Pressure: | 80 PSI [5.5 bar] or 60 PSI [4.1 bar] – Consult Factory for other operating pressures |
Performance Level Designations:
| “L” | 0-10”Hg, [0 to 677mbar] for low vacuum/high flow applications |
| “M” | 0-20”Hg, [0 to 677mbar] for medium vacuum/high flow applications |
| “H” | 0-28”Hg, [0 to 948mbar] for high vacuum/standard flow applications |
VP20BV Optional 2-Way Valve Specifications
| Valve Type: | Axial 2-Way Solenoid Valve, Normally closed |
| Valve Body Material: | Brass, Aluminum, Buna-N |
| Valve Operating Pressure: | Vacuum to 120 PSI [-1 to 8 bar] |
| Electrical: | 24 VDC [-15% to +10% Nominal] |
| Power Consumption: | 4 watts |
| Response Time: | 6 milliseconds |
| Cycle Rate: | 80 cycles/second |
| Average Life: | 100 million cycles |
| Electrical Connection: | Fixed leads, 24 AWG, 18” [457.2mm], optional M8 3-pin connector |
| LED Indicator: | Yes |
| Manual Override: | Yes, non-locking, spring return |
| M8 3-pin Connection: | Yes, optional |
| Cartridge Size: | C60 (M, H) and C90 (L, M, H) | C100 (L, M, H) and C150 (L, M, H) |
| Supply Line: | 1/4” O.D. [6mm] tube | 3/8” O.D. [10mm] tube |
| Vacuum Line: | 1/4” O.D. [6mm] tube | 3/8” O.D. [10mm] tube |
| Vacuum Line Filtration: | Typically vacuum filters are not required, if desired Vaccon recommends model VF250LPM (see In-Line Filter Page) | |
| Control Valve: | 3 way / 2 position (faster part release), minimum orifice – 0.125 I.D. [3 mm] | |
| Mounting Screws: | Mounting holes accept 4-40 [M3] screws | |
Dimensional Data
Dimensional data for the VP20 and VP20BV series modular venturi vacuum generators is presented in 2D drawings, with all critical dimensions and port thread sizes displayed. Both imperial and metric units are included.VP20 / VP20BV Mid Series dimensional data
Performance Data
Performance data for the VP20 and VP20BV mid series modular venturi vacuum generators is displayed, listing air consumption, vacuum flow at various vacuum levels, and evacuation times (for 1 cu. ft. or 1 L volumes). Data is presented in tabular and graphed formats, in both imperial and metric units.VP20 / VP20BV Mid Series performance data
